Galloway Uses BIM 360 to Manage Your Project More Affordably and Efficiently

October 15th, 2020

At Galloway, we always strive to remain an early adopter of technology. We recognize that there are now a variety of cloud-based solutions that eliminate the issues experienced when storing data on servers. After evaluating a variety of platforms in order to identify the right solution to address the needs of every discipline provided by our firm, we determined that Autodesk BIM 360 was uniquely tailored for how we support our clients’ projects.

Traditionally, civil engineering firms store projects on physical servers kept on site. However, the use of BIM 360 creates several significant benefits over traditional solutions:

• Cost Savings – As we migrate our data off of servers, which are limited by space, and into the cloud-based BIM 360, we spend less on server maintenance and have more resources for other technology to better serve our clients.
• Additional Security – Hacking is becoming more sophisticated. The framework and sophisticated settings of BIM 360 allow us to stay ahead of potential security issues, reducing opportunity for sensitive data impact.
• Increased Accessibility – BIM 360 allows our teams to securely design and collaborate wherever they have an internet connection, without the need for a VPN connection, passwords and an interface to gain access to the information.

Our adoption of the BIM 360 platform allows us to take our service to a whole new level in order to deliver exceptional results. By using the latest and most advanced technology available, we can more effectively bring your vision to life.

What Is BIM 360?

Building Information Modeling 360 (BIM 360) is a cloud storage platform that has the ability to store all of the data for our projects. There’s unlimited space, eliminating the need to continuously seek out new storage solutions over time.

We’re able to use BIM 360 with all our clients, from site investigations to fully-designed projects. It provides a complete collaborative environment for an entire project, allowing us to streamline the process of managing and storing design information. This enables different departments, whether it’s survey, civil engineering, or architecture, to work together more effectively and collaboratively, which is crucial for our ability to deliver the exceptional results you expect on your project.

Benefits of BIM 360

We feel that BIM 360 is the most effective solution for Galloway, as it provides numerous benefits throughout every stage of the design process.

Remote Accessibility

BIM 360 provides easier remote access to data. The shared model allows multiple people to work on the design file from different remote locations.

Previously, staff had to remote into a separate system using a VPN, and multiple simultaneous connections could result in bandwidth issues. BIM 360 eliminates the need to use a VPN, which provides several important benefits:

• Faster connection speed
• Greater ease of access
• Improved ability for multiple people to collaborate on the file at the same time

BIM 360 also allows for mobile accessibility. All documents can be accessed on a mobile device in the field, worked on at the site, and sent back to staff working in the office in real time. This allows instant feedback on updates and clarifications to questions while  still at the site, providing for a more efficient workflow.

Improved Security

The security issues posed by storing data on servers are essentially eliminated with BIM 360. The platform grants secure access to all files as long as an Internet connection is available. At Galloway, we take the security of your design information very seriously, and this provides peace of mind that data will be safe.

BIM 360 is also an effective solution for projects involving high levels of security clearance or non-disclosure agreements. Access to the data is granted to specific staff in every project, ensuring conformation to the security guidelines or terms of the project.

Greater Ease of Collaboration

The shared model used by BIM 360 allows for greater collaboration among everyone working on the project:

• We can invite third-party consultants and contractors to view documents, and we maintain control over their permissions. This ensures they have access to only the information they need, while safeguarding the security of all other information on the file.
• Since all users have access to the most recently updated file, it ensures everyone is working off the most current version.
• Files can be edited from anywhere, including construction sites. Notes can be made directly on the document, the most current designs can be viewed in real time, and changes can be communicated from the field.
• Fewer emails are required since all communication between architects, civil engineers and third-party contractors occur directly on the document.
• Alerts for file updates are automated, ensuring all parties receive this information in real time.

Cost Savings

BIM 360 provides a more cost-effective solution to manage projects. The increased collaboration occurring when we use BIM 360 allows us to recognize design challenges much earlier in the process. This makes it easier to update the design before construction starts.

• The use of cloud storage eliminates the need for expensive servers, reducing operating costs.
• BIM 360 helps to streamline the process, ultimately reducing project management costs.

Galloway Provides a Full-Spectrum Approach™ to Better Address Your Needs

At Galloway, we bring a multidisciplinary mindset to every project. We believe that personal relationships and a collaborative process are critical to the success of your project. Whether we’re assisting with civil engineering, architectural design, land planning, surveying, or a combination of these services, you’ll benefit from our Full Spectrum Approach™ to project design. This involves:

• Bringing a multidisciplinary perspective, no matter our specific role in the project
• Providing proactive collaborative insights and ideas to anticipate and avoid potential obstacles
• Getting to know you and fostering a highly responsive long-term relationship from the very beginning

Get in Touch!

If you’d like to learn more about how Galloway can help with your next project, please contact us. We serve clients nationwide from our regional offices in Denver, CO; Johnstown, CO; Colorado Springs, CO; Fresno, CA; Salt Lake City, UT; and Pleasant Grove, UT.